“Us and Them”

As you listen to the autobiographical story, annotate the text for the following:

• words/phrases about SETTING• [ ] vocabulary/references you don’t understand• clues about the main CHARACTER• > < phrases/details that present CONFLICT

**Remember that all marks should have marginal notes!!**

“Us and Them”

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“Us and Them”

For the following elements of fiction (setting, character, & conflict) write one sentence in which you make a significant inference about “Us and Them” in the center of the graphic. Then, include a quote or paraphrase supporting your inference for each connected bubble. A significant inference is one that contributes to the overall main idea or theme of the story.

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Supporting Detail (paraphrase)

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